Lorrie Posted October 2, 2006 Share Posted October 2, 2006 I just have to thank everyone that has suggested using PVC pipe for a soap mold.-- I found a great way to recycle pvc pipe that is too small for my brother to use. (He owns a plumbing company and they always have scrap pieces.) Well now, that I know that I can use it as a mold guess where I am off too? Yup, my brothers shop... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purple Lilac Posted October 2, 2006 Share Posted October 2, 2006 PVC makes wonderful molds. What a blessing to have a source for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sudsnwicks Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 You are lucky you can get it from your brother's shop! I know some of us here have had trouble buying these, not necessarily the pipes themselves but being able to find them in the desired diameter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lorrie Posted October 3, 2006 Author Share Posted October 3, 2006 Yes, I know how lucky I am on getting the sizes that I want. I am testing a 3 inch diameter one right now but I can get them any diameter I want as long as it is a size that they use. Plus like I said the best part... They are free because he is just gonna throw them away. They are too small from him to use any where else. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hibiscus Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 oh how i love round soap. I was looking into those mailing tubes...I think I'm going to try one soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salt City Soapworks Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 They do make great molds - but then I have to wrap them, and I have yet to find an easy, upscale packaging for round soap. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ladysj Posted October 3, 2006 Share Posted October 3, 2006 How do you cap them? I've been thinking of using the PVC also Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenia Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 I tried PVC once and it was a disaster; could not unmold and it was too long for the freezer. Any input is appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnitaG Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 I have mine cut in 12in lengths,I also line mine with freezer paper. I use these for my shaving soaps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salt City Soapworks Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 Caps can be found right next to the PVC pipes in the hardware store.Lining with freezer paper is critical. Here's what I do to minimize the paper "seam":If you use the metal tear strip on the box to rip the paper into sheets, the edges will be rough and bumpy. Trim both rough ends with scissors so they're smooth.Roll the paper into a tube shiny side out and put it in the mold. Leave it there for a few minutes, while you gather your soaping ingredients perhaps. Then pull the tube out and roll it shiny side in. When you slip the tube back into the mold, the paper will hug the sides and lay flat against it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenia Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 Great tip Salt City! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted October 4, 2006 Share Posted October 4, 2006 smaaaaaaart! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenia Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 Salt City, I just did 3 batches! All successful. You gals are da bomb!Caps can be found right next to the PVC pipes in the hardware store.Lining with freezer paper is critical. Here's what I do to minimize the paper "seam":If you use the metal tear strip on the box to rip the paper into sheets, the edges will be rough and bumpy. Trim both rough ends with scissors so they're smooth.Roll the paper into a tube shiny side out and put it in the mold. Leave it there for a few minutes, while you gather your soaping ingredients perhaps. Then pull the tube out and roll it shiny side in. When you slip the tube back into the mold, the paper will hug the sides and lay flat against it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carrie Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 Thanks for the tip. I just bought a set of 4 molds with pusher and stand. I can't wait to try this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meridith Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 What about using a mylar/plastic sheet insert to line it with? I have one that has a plastic/mylar insert that I put in the same way Salt City described using butcher paper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CareBear Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 OK, I am ABSOLUTELY raiding the supply of transparencies in the supplies closet today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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